Diners' Choice: Great for brunch restaurants in Northwest Florida

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Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are great for brunch in Northwest Florida? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

George Bistro + Bar

4.9

4.9 (925)

$30 and under

American

Pensacola

About the restaurant

At George Bistro + Bar, we believe that food is the language of the soul and is at the heart of everything we do. It's communicated through a masterfully crafted menu by Chef George Lazi, exceptional hospitality, and a relatable modern space that exudes Southern charm. We are driven by our passion to create exceptionally humble, ingredient-driven food, coffees and cocktails. Whether it's for a sweet and savory brunch, a light lunch during the workday, or a romantic candlelit dinner - you are always welcome. At George Bistro, you are family.

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KristinVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Delicious food, great service. Shrimp appetizer and duck entree were awesome.

Ruth's Chris Steak House - Destin

4.8

4.8 (1761)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Destin

About the restaurant

Ruth's Chris Steak House specializes in serving USDA Prime steaks, each seared to perfection, finished with butter and freshly chopped parsley, and served sizzling on a 500-degree plate. We invite you to join us in Destin, FL!

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MikeVIP

Dined 3 days ago

The wait staff was incredible. The food experience was top level as always. Nothing beats a Ruth’s Chris steak!!! And the crab cake app are “to die for”!! Jumbo lump crab in sizzling butter. How could that be bad!!!

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The Grand Marlin of Pensacola Beach

4.8

4.8 (7265)

$30 and under

Seafood

Pensacola

About the restaurant

The Grand Marlin Restaurant features a main dining area with a shucked to order oyster bar, exterior North Drop Bar overlooking the beautiful Santa Rosa Sound, and private meeting rooms. This Pensacola Beach restaurant, with an air of island casualness, serves the highest-quality cuisine, including the freshest local seafood featured on menus designed and printed daily to take advantage of the local bounty. The atmosphere creates a fusion of the Caribbean and the Pensacola Bay Area. Executive Chef Gregg McCarthy has a passion for great-tasting food and particularly loves working his culinary magic with fresh Gulf Coast seafood. Boaters and beach-goers feel comfortable in shorts and flip-flops at the oyster bar, in the dining room and at the North Drop Bar. The Grand Marlin has a space and atmosphere for all occasions and is looking forward to creating an authentic experience between time and tide.

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Katherine J

Dined 4 days ago

Perfect venue for our anniversary celebration! Atmosphere, amazing food and service! Love the location on the beach!😊

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Havana Beach at The Pearl On Rosemary Beach Florida

4.7

4.7 (803)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Southern

Rosemary Beach

About the restaurant

Inspired by El Floridita, Hemingway’s favorite haunt in old-town Havana, The Pearl Hotel's signature restaurant offers a comfortable, communal ambiance full of life and steeped in the joy of living, eating and drinking well.

Enjoy Gulf Coast Americana cuisine with Caribbean influences that is also seamlessly merged with a contemporary local philosophy as meats, fish and produce are harvested from family-owned, small-producers on the Gulf Coast.

Papa Hemingway himself would’ve loved the hand-carved mahogany bar, the perfect spot for enjoying an expertly muddled cocktail, craft beer or fine wine after a day of running with the bulls or battling the mighty marlin.

Havana Beach Bar & Grill is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Dinner reservations are recommended.

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Laurie

Dined 3 days ago

The food was outstanding, everything we had was wonderful.

The Blu Halo

4.7

4.7 (1244)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Tallahassee

About the restaurant

THE BLU HALO in Tallahassee, Florida is much more than just a restaurant. With our wine and martini bar, as well as steaks and seafood, we offer a high-end dining experience that everyone in Tallahassee can enjoy.

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SandraVIP

Dined 4 days ago

This is one our favorites restaurants! Always fantastic service and delicious food. We have tried several things on the menu and we never been disappointed. Blu Halo has a great Happy Hour and the best MARTINIS in Town!!!

Food Glorious Food

4.4

4.4 (530)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Tallahassee

About the restaurant

For over 30 years, friends and families have enjoyed a unique combination of friendly service, eclectic ambiance and award-winning cuisine at Food Glorious Food. Our shaded outdoor patio, upper and lower indoor dining, and private events room provide the perfect setting for a special dining experience.

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Robert

Dined 5 days ago

An excellent find! We were in town for our daughter's graduation from FSU, and had a great dinner at FGF. Some of us had combos of small plates, some had pasta, all was very well prepared. I had fried quail and the potato/leek soup with crab. Both were delicious. We were also really happy with the vibe -- away from campus, it felt refreshingly cosmopolitan.

The Owl Cafe

4.3

4.3 (113)

$30 and under

American

Apalachicola

About the restaurant

In the heart of downtown Apalachicola, the Owl Cafe offers a River City dining experience like no other. Sensational appetizers, delicious entrees and incredible desserts are prepared and served by an attentive staff. The menu is varied and colorful, with daily chef’s selections ranging from exotic imported dishes to fresh, locally-caught seafood. The amazing wine list is as full of character as Apalachicola itself, and delivers the perfect complement to every meal.

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Susannah

Dined on Apr 27, 2025

We dined at the Owl on our 6 month wedding anniversary weekend for Brunch 4/27. We sat on the balcony and it was a perfect day filled with the smells of the fresh honeysuckle blooming. The service was excellent. We had the Crab Cakes Benedict and a Breakfast Sandwich which were both delicious. We are always in search of who has Hanson Vodka, which is amazing and they had everything we wanted. Bloody Mary with Hanson Habanero, Screw Driver with Hanson Mandarin and an Espresso Martini for dessert with Hanson Espresso Vodka. Excellent experience. We will definitely be back. Thank you.

SALT

3.8

3.8 (96)

$30 and under

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Pensacola Beach

About the restaurant

Salt offers a welcoming haven where people come together to enjoy fresh from the Gulf cuisine and share in the joy of good company. Inspired by the vibrant flavors and rich cultural traditions of the Mediterranean, our dishes are created from scratch using the freshest and most flavorful ingredients available.

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Julie

Dined on Apr 11, 2025

We had impeccable service. Our server was attentive and very helpful with suggestions/questions. Her knowledge and experience was obvious with her very descriptive responses. Our food was very good. The ambiance was OK, it sounded like a cafeteria due to the open floor plan and open access to the hotel lobby. Loud roller carts going up/down the corridor adjacent to the booth seating was distracting. But, in a city full of similar fried food menus, Salt offers more variety with salads, non-battered seafood and veggies. Their menu was exactly what we needed.

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Tallahassee

3.7

3.7 (180)

$30 and under

American

Tallahassee

About the restaurant

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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Mindy

Dined 7 days ago

On a busy day (2 graduations in the town) the host welcomed and provided great hospitality. Waiter was prompt once we were seated, from ordering to checking out, he ensured we were taken care of. Food was delicious, hands down very good service. Keep up the good work!

Franklin Café at the Gibson Inn

3.7

3.7 (288)

$31 to $50

Southern

Apalachicola

About the restaurant

Briny catches from surrounding waters, craft cocktails, and OCBC brews from our hometown brewery. At the Franklin Café and Parlor Bar, we source fresh and serve simply—honoring the spirit and traditions of the Gibson Inn’s original Franklin Café, which opened in 1907. We invite you to drop in for a Southern-style breakfast, lunch or dinner on the porch, or a Happy Hour toast, as we turn the tide on all-day dining in Apalachicola.

Open Daily for Breakfast 8am-11am, Lunch 11am-5pm, and Dinner 5pm-9pm. Weekend Brunch every Saturday and Sunday! Daily Happy Hour from 3pm-5pm.

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Tammie

Dined on Apr 13, 2025

Our outdoor dining experience was the best. The food was delicious as always. We had the traditional eggs Benedict so yummy!!

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